Khambrel (Kham) Ward (He/Him)
About Khambrel (Kham) Ward (He/Him)
Khambrel (Kham) Ward serves as the Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at LiveRamp, where he has developed comprehensive D&I strategies across multiple regions since 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida and a Master of Education from the University of Maryland, along with a Diversity and Inclusion certificate from Yale University.
Work at LiveRamp
Khambrel Ward has served as the Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at LiveRamp since 2020. In this role, he has developed and implemented comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategies across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions. His leadership has focused on fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and promotes belonging among employees.
Education and Expertise
Khambrel Ward holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Family Youth and Community Sciences from the University of Florida. He also earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Minority and Urban Education from the University of Maryland. Additionally, he has obtained a Diversity and Inclusion certificate from Yale University, enhancing his expertise in the field of diversity and inclusion.
Background
Khambrel Ward has over 10 years of experience as a Diversity & Inclusion Strategist. Prior to his current role at LiveRamp, he worked at Ultimate Software as the Diversity, Equality & Belonging Program Manager for 11 months in 2019. He also held the position of Global Diversity & Inclusion Program Manager at Indeed.com from 2018 to 2019, and served as the Director of Intercultural Affairs at Western Carolina University from 2015 to 2017.
Achievements
Khambrel Ward achieved a 97% overall satisfaction rating for global diversity training programs that served over 5,000 participants. His contributions to the field have led to his recognition as a Forbes STEM Influencer, highlighting his impact on promoting diversity and inclusion within the technology sector.
Founding BLK Men in Tech
In 2020, Khambrel Ward founded BLK Men in Tech, an organization aimed at supporting and promoting Black men in the technology industry. This initiative reflects his commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the tech community and providing resources for underrepresented groups.